If you’ve been considering an off-the-grid lifestyle but worry that roughing it on a daily basis may not be realistic, this extraordinary property is sure to change your mind. This stunningly beautiful 8.85-acre parcel is pure solitude home that has all the utility independence you’re looking for in an off-the-grid lifestyle without sacrificing modern conveniences. Completely retrofitted with solar and energy efficiencies, this home provides year-round comfort w/ all the advantages of a reduced environmental footprint & low cost of living. Solar panels produce an abundance of electricity during the summer months with a back-up Generac generator for power outages. A combination of propane, wood, and pellets offers cozy, affordable heating even on the coldest of days.
Single-familyProperty Type
2005Year Built
8.8 acresLot Size
$197Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listing by Robin Mongeau• River Hills Properties LLC Barn
•315-896-1009 (broker)
•realestatebyrobin@gmail.com (broker)
Bought with Robin Mongeau• River Hills Properties LLC Barn
Other Features: Entrance Foyer, Eat-in Kitchen, Separate/Formal Living Room, Skylights, Bedroom on Main Level, Bath In Primary Bedroom, Main Level Primary
Exterior
Building Information
Stories: 1
Stories (Total): 1
Year Built Details: Existing
Roof Details: Asphalt
Construction Details: Vinyl Siding
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Gravel Driveway, Patio
Patio And Porch Features: Open, Patio, Porch
Other Structures: Barn(s), Outbuilding
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 8.8
Lot Size Acres: 8.8
Lot Size Dimensions: 1045X900
Road Frontage Type: Main Thoroughfare
Property Information
Foundation Details: Poured, Slab
Resale
Financial
Assessments and Fees
Assessed Value: $93,900
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $2,128
Utilities
Utility Information
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Sewer: Septic Tank
Water Source: Well
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Propane, Solar, Wood, Forced Air, Stove
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: 1,232
Stories: —
Lot Size: 8.8 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2005
Year Renovated: —
County: Herkimer County
APN: 214489A08400300020021000000
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 10, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Poland Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 2.9mi
8/10
Poland Junior Senior High School
Public 6-12 • Assigned • 2.9mi
6/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
1/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 90° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
1% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Cold Brook, NY • 13324
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.5 hours in
June and 2.5 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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2.5 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$232,000 – $280,000
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